FORT WORTH, Texas — Tarrant County College and the city of Fort Worth are partnering to expand educational access and career advancement for municipal employees, strengthening the workforce that serves one of the nation’s fastest-growing communities.
Effectively immediately, the partnership provides city employees with access to flexible pathways that advance their careers through courses, certificates and associate degrees.
“Opportunity changes everything — for individuals, for families, for communities,” said TCC Chancellor Elva LeBlanc. “This partnership opens the door for Fort Worth employees to advance their education in ways that are relevant and immediately impactful. When we invest in the people who serve our city, we strengthen the future for us all.”
TCC supports city workers through admissions, enrollment and course registration while providing access to academic advising and student support services. Online and weekend learning options, through TCC Connect, enable employees to balance work, life and education. Scholarships are available.
TCC Connect President Kelly Willing: “This is about meeting people where they are and helping them move forward. City employees can build new skills, earn credentials and make real progress toward a degree — all within a structure designed for working professionals. That flexibility makes advancement possible, not just aspirational.”
Fort Worth leaders call the collaboration a major step in supporting the professional growth and lifelong learning of employees while enhancing service to residents.
“Our employees are the driving force behind everything we do for the residents we serve,” said Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker. “Our partnership with Tarrant County College — alongside other higher education partners — creates clear, accessible pathways for our team to gain new skills, grow in their careers and continue delivering exceptional service to our community.”
As part of the partnership, TCC and Fort Worth are working together to identify workforce needs and align educational offerings with high-demand skill areas across municipal departments.
Tarrant County College serves nearly 100,000 students each year, offering accessible, affordable pathways to in-demand careers and university transfer. Across multiple campuses and TCC Connect — a fully online learning option — the College partners with more than 1,200 employers to help build the workforce that drives North Texas forward. Bold Steps. Better Futures.